The Racing Yachts
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: A. B. C. Whipple
Binding: Hardback
Published: Time-Life Books, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This authoritative volume chronicles the golden age of yacht racing, detailing the evolution of these magnificent vessels. It presents an in-depth look at the design principles and engineering marvels that propelled these racing machines across the waves. The text illustrates the fierce competition and the pioneering spirit of the sailors and designers who pushed the boundaries of maritime technology. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the strategies employed and the iconic races that defined an era of unparalleled nautical innovation. The Racing Yachts stands as an essential reference for enthusiasts of sailing history and naval architecture.
Author: A. B. C. Whipple
Binding: Hardback
Published: Time-Life Books, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This authoritative volume chronicles the golden age of yacht racing, detailing the evolution of these magnificent vessels. It presents an in-depth look at the design principles and engineering marvels that propelled these racing machines across the waves. The text illustrates the fierce competition and the pioneering spirit of the sailors and designers who pushed the boundaries of maritime technology. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the strategies employed and the iconic races that defined an era of unparalleled nautical innovation. The Racing Yachts stands as an essential reference for enthusiasts of sailing history and naval architecture.